Section Viola

Music Opportunities; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 102,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Instrument insurance

Pension plan contributions

Job summary

The San Diego Symphony Orchestra invites musicians to audition for the Section Viola position, with auditions scheduled March 14–16, 2027. Candidates should submit an online application with a résumé and refundable audition deposit; times are assigned after a complete submission.

The contract covers 42 weeks (37 playing, 5 vacation). The minimum annual salary is $112,965, plus $3,000 Electronic Media Guarantee.

Job description

The San Diego Symphony Orchestra invites musicians to audition for the Section Viola position. Auditions will take place from March 14 to March 16, 2027. Interested candidates should prepare to submit an online application along with a résumé and a refundable audition deposit, with further details provided in the application process. All applications must be received by the application deadline, and candidates will be assigned audition times upon submission of a complete application. Musicians from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. For any inquiries regarding the audition process, candidates can reach out via email at [e-mail].

The contract covers 42 weeks, which includes 37 playing weeks and 5 vacation weeks. The minimum annual salary for this position is $112,965, along with an additional $3,000 Electronic Media Guarantee.

Benefits for musicians include:

• medical and dental insurance
• disability insurance
• life insurance
• instrument insurance
• contributions to a pension plan